Home of the Gentry

Style and Technique

Ivan Turgenev's «Home of the Gentry» is distinguished by its deep psychological insight and detailed depiction of the protagonists' inner worlds. Turgenev's prose in this work is imbued with lyricism and melancholy. The author uses many descriptions of nature, which not only serve as a backdrop for the action but also actively influence the characters' moods and feelings, reflecting their inner world. Turgenev skillfully handles dialogue, allowing him to precisely and subtly reveal characters through their speech. The structure of the work is quite traditional, with a clear division into chapters, each contributing to the gradual development of the plot and the increase in tension.